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Old 07-10-2019, 06:10 AM
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That pressure back'll keep the bolts from loosening.

They aren't ever getting tight enough I reckon.

Sounds like loctite would be a false safe.

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Old 07-10-2019, 08:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Sorce
That pressure back'll keep the bolts from loosening.

They aren't ever getting tight enough I reckon.

Sounds like loctite would be a false safe.

Careful!

Sorce
Thank you for the reply Sorce
 
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Old 07-11-2019, 10:57 AM
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Either pin them or replace the clamp with the correct diameter. You don't want to hit a bump in a sweeper and have your bars in your lap, don't ask me how I know.
 
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Originally Posted by Moose2011FLHX
Either pin them or replace the clamp with the correct diameter. You don't want to hit a bump in a sweeper and have your bars in your lap, don't ask me how I know.
Thank Moose. My buddy told me that Yaffe makes his own risers. This is what I get for trusting the dealer. Mfers!
 
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If the bolts won't stay tight it sounds to me like the threads in your risers are weakening and starting to rip out.
 

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